"This is the next chapter in retaining the legacy that my father, John H. Johnson, built to ensure the celebration of African-Americans," Chairman Linda Johnson Rice said of the sale, which took place in May.

Though Jet magazine had already ceased printing and went completely digital, Ebony isn't going off newsstands, according to Michael Gibson, co-founder and chairman of Clear View Group.

"We made this purchase because this is an iconic brand — it's the most-recognized brand in the African-American community," Gibson said. "We just think this is a great opportunity for us."

"It's a dream come true. Growing up, we had Ebony and Jet in our household...You knew you made it when you made it to the cover of Ebony or Jet. It is just exciting."

Most of Ebony and Jet's staff will remain, Gibson says. Moving forward, the Clear View Group hopes to use their strong networking and financing ability to revamp a stronger, more viable Ebony and Jet in the digital era.